Verbal cues for teaching Keep elbows in original position. Relax - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

Verbal cues for teaching ❖ Keep elbows in original position. ❖ Relax fingers and grip. ❖ Lift shoulders away from floor. ❖ Press firmly into forearms; press away from floor. ❖ Control your movements.

Verbal cues…cont’d ❖ No hopping or flying legs up. ❖ Soften eyes, face and jaw. ❖ Gaze at a single point. ❖ Internally focus on feeling where your hips are in space (hint: they should be over shoulders)

Verbal cues…cont’d ❖ Remember to breathe. ❖ Come down when shoulders are tired or after a few breaths. ❖ Come down slowly and with control.

In the next module… Contraindications Alternatives for those who are contraindicated for headstand